Sea and Sardinia

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Sardinia, this travel narrative captures D. H. Lawrence's journey with his wife Frieda through the island's towns, including Cagliari and Nuoro. Despite a brief visit, Lawrence conveys a profound appreciation for Sardinia's essence and its people, paying homage to the writer Grazia Deledda. With extracts initially published in The Dial, the book combines vivid observations with illustrations by Jan Juta, offering timeless insights into the island's culture and landscape.